جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Daniela Iacovielloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Optimal Control
• Biomedical Systems
• Epidemiological Modeling
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Daniela Iacoviello is an Associate Professor at Sapienza University of Rome, working in the Department of Computer, Control and Management Engineering (DIS). She has held teaching positions since 2002, including courses in Automatic Control for Clinical Engineering. Her career spans research roles at Georgia Tech's Broadband & Wireless Networking Laboratory and leadership in interdisciplinary research centers like CISB and CRAS. B.Sc. in Mathematics (1992), Sapienza University of Rome Postdoctoral studies in Identification and Optimal Control (2000-2001), DIS PhD in System Engineering (1998), DIS Her research focuses on optimal control applications in biomedical systems and epidemic modeling, with expertise in image analysis for materials science and signal processing for biological data. Her work combines theoretical control systems with real-world implementations in public health and materials diagnostics. Recent publications demonstrate trends in epidemic containment (HIV, arboviruses, SARS-CoV-2), nonlinear control systems for chemotherapy optimization, and computational imaging for material characterization. She explores cross-disciplinary applications from aerospace research to neurological disorders. She serves on editorial boards of journals like International Journal of Imaging and scientific committees of image analysis conferences. Her funded projects include ASI's SARFIRE and PRIN grants for neural network algorithms in biomedical imaging. Key laboratory affiliations: Center for Biomedical Models & Information Analysis (CISB) Sapienza Aerospace Research Center (CRAS) DIS research group in control theory

Larry I. Benowitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Central Nervous System Injury
• Optic Nerve Regeneration
• Neuroinflammation
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Dr. Larry I. Benowitz is a Professor of Neurosurgery and Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, based at Boston Children's Hospital. His research focuses on neural regeneration following CNS injuries, including spinal cord trauma, stroke, and glaucoma. He pioneered discoveries around oncomodulin and zinc chelation in optic nerve repair, with ongoing work in gene therapy and synapse restoration. Harvard Medical School affiliation Boston Children's Hospital principal investigator Neurosurgery/Ophthalmology departmental roles Research interests span: CNS injury mechanisms : Cell death pathways, regenerative failure Optic nerve repair : Axon regrowth, synaptic integration Biomolecular interventions : Inflammatory growth factors, gene editing Neurodegenerative diseases : Glaucoma models, stroke recovery Recent publications highlight: Zinc dynamics in retinal degeneration Transcriptional networks in regeneration Microglial engulfment mechanisms Evolution of axon regeneration strategies His lab employs: Molecular & behavioral neuroscience techniques Genetic models and iPSC systems Neuronal culture platforms Translational clinical approaches

Lisa O'Donnellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mental Health
• Employment Outcomes
• Stigma Reduction
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Lisa O'Donnell is an Associate Professor and MSW Director at Wayne State University's School of Social Work, joining in 2017. Her work focuses on mental health employment outcomes, workplace stigma, and interventions for underserved populations. PhD in Social Work and Clinical Psychology (University of Michigan, 2016) MSW in Interpersonal Practice and Mental Health (University of Michigan, 2005) BA in Communications and Psychology (University of Michigan) Her research examines biopsychosocial factors affecting occupational functioning in bipolar disorder, workplace stigma, and technology-driven interventions. She leads studies on simulation-based therapies for mood disorders and collaborates on cross-institutional projects. Recent publications highlight workplace mental health stigma, neurophysiological markers in bipolar disorder, and technology-assisted CBT. She is a member of CREST.BD, a multidisciplinary network addressing bipolar disorder psychosocial issues. Max Gray Fellowship (postdoctoral, UCLA) O'Donnell's teaching includes cognitive behavioral theory, integrative practice, and DSM-5 applications. She collaborates with Henry Ford Health System on feasibility studies and works on Grand Challenges for Social Work initiatives to reduce economic inequality and promote social justice.

Eva Maria Zopfمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Exercise Oncology
• Exercise Physiology
• Exercise as Medicine
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Dr. Eva Maria Zopf is a Researcher and HDR Supervisor at the Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research, Australian Catholic University, where she leads exercise oncology research within the Exercise and Nutrition Research Program. She holds a PhD in Exercise Oncology from the German Sport University in Cologne and previously worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Edith Cowan University. Her work focuses on integrating exercise as medicine into cancer care, particularly for patients with prostate and metastatic breast cancer. PhD in Exercise Oncology, German Sport University, Cologne Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Edith Cowan University Joined ACU in 2016 ORCID: 0000-0001-6250-0041 Dr. Zopf’s research centers on exercise physiology and its role in managing cancer and treatment side effects. Her expertise includes exercise oncology, supportive care, randomized controlled trials, and cancer rehabilitation. She investigates how structured, supervised exercise improves physical and mental health outcomes in cancer survivors, particularly those with advanced or metastatic disease. Her recent publications (2022–2025) reflect a strong focus on multinational randomized trials (e.g., PREFERABLE-EFFECT), cost-utility analysis, patient experiences, cardiac remodeling in prostate cancer, and implementation science. These studies span diverse populations, including metastatic breast cancer and advanced prostate cancer patients, and explore outcomes such as fatigue, quality of life, sexual health, and cardiometabolic function. Dr. Zopf has not been listed with any scientific awards in the provided text. She is a Chief Investigator on major funded projects including PREFERABLE (Horizon 2020 and NHMRC), EX-MED Cancer, ACE Trial, EX-HEART, and EX-IMPACT. She supervises HDR students and collaborates with institutions such as Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, St Vincent’s Hospital, and the Baker Institute. Her work emphasizes translating evidence into routine clinical practice through implementation science. Dr. Zopf leads and contributes to multidisciplinary teams focused on exercise oncology, including the Exercise and Nutrition Research Program at ACU and international consortia. Her research is increasingly focused on virtual supervision, telehealth, and health system integration of exercise programs.

Val Morrisonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Informal Caregiving
• Chronic Illness
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Professor Val Morrison at Bangor University’s School of Psychology and Sports Science specializes in Health Psychology , focusing on psychosocial outcomes in chronic illness and informal caregiving. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, influencing NHS interventions and European health psychology education through coauthoring a leading textbook. Key collaborators include Dutch and Welsh healthcare institutions. Research Interests : Chronic illness coping, caregiver dynamics, rehabilitation programs, and technology-assisted therapy. Projects : ENTWINE-iCohort (informal care), FEMuR (hip fracture rehab), and HIV stigma-reduction via community quilting. Publications : 110+ outputs including International Journal of Social Robotics and BMJ Open studies on caregiver-robot interactions and community rehab efficacy. Network : Collaborations with UMCG, Tenovus Cancer Care, and multidisciplinary teams across Europe.

• Neuroscience
• Neurorehabilitation
• Movement Disorders
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Lisa Graham is a researcher at Northumbria University's Department of Sport Exercise and Rehabilitation , focusing on neuroscience and neurorehabilitation. Her work bridges biomedical engineering with clinical applications in movement disorders. Research Areas: Parkinson's Disease, Gait Analysis, Eye Movement, Wearable Technology, Neurological Biomarkers Collaborators: Stuart, Morris, Godfrey, Vitório, Walker Her recent publications highlight digital biomarkers for neurological conditions and wearable sensor barriers . She contributes to neurorehabilitation through clinical trials and systematic reviews. Notable trends include eye-tracking innovations and personalized gait interventions using blazepose technology. She co-authored works on cognitive-motor interactions in Parkinson's, with implications for fall prevention and freezing of gait.

• Sports Science
• Physical Fitness Testing
• Combat Sports (Judo, Wrestling)
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Luís Fernandes Monteiro is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport of Lusófona University in Portugal. He serves as chair of Didactic of Combat Sports and Motor Skills and Technical Tactical Training for the Master's program in Advanced Studies in Teaching of Physical Education and Sport (3rd Cycle: PhD in PE and Sports), and is a Permanent Researcher at ICPOL-ISCPSI. His educational background includes: Licenciatura in Physical Education Mestrado in Sport Science PhD in Physical Education and Sports Monteiro's research centers on physical fitness testing for sports performance with specialized focus on team sports, combat sports (particularly judo), and neuromuscular adaptation to intermittent exercise. His work extends to Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) for law enforcement, analyzing biomotor abilities and performance prediction in tactical athletes. He investigates training methodology, periodization, and the physiological-psychosocial interplay in high-stress occupational contexts like policing and firefighting. His 2023-2024 publications reveal three dominant research thrusts: (1) Development of fitness assessment protocols for law enforcement using systematic reviews and cohort studies, (2) Investigation of hormonal/psychosocial responses to occupational stress in police cadets, and (3) Neuromuscular performance analysis in combat sports athletes. These works consistently bridge sports science with practical tactical applications. Monteiro has supervised over 20 Master's theses focusing on police fitness (e.g., age-related performance, occupational task correlations), combat sports pedagogy (e.g., martial arts in schools), and youth sports (e.g., judo temporal structure, futsal agility). His advising integrates academic research with practical training through collaborations with Real Sport Clube, Os Belenenses, and the Portuguese National Judo Team.

• Polymer Science
• Biomaterials
• Sustainable Materials
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Carolina Costa is a Researcher at Mid Sweden University's Department of Engineering, Mathematics and Science Education within the Faculty of Science, Technology and Media. Her work focuses on sustainable biomaterials with emphasis on cellulose chemistry and emulsion systems. Her research interests span Polymer Science , Biomaterials , and Sustainable Materials with specific expertise in cellulose dissolution mechanisms, lignin valorization, and emulsion stabilization. She investigates how natural polymers interact at molecular levels to create functional materials for biorefineries and green chemistry applications. Costa's publication record shows strong focus on cellulose-based systems, with recent work examining poly(butylene succinate) composites, nanofiltration membranes, and deep eutectic solvent fractionation. Her research demonstrates consistent advancement in understanding cellulose amphiphilicity and its applications in creating stable emulsions without synthetic surfactants. Her doctoral thesis Cellulose Dissolution and Amphiphilicity: Insights on the Emulsion Formation and Stabilization (2021) established foundational work for her current research trajectory in sustainable material design.

• Nanobiotechnology
• Nanomaterials
• Physical Chemistry
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Erik Reimhult is a Professor in Nanobiotechnology for Supramolecular Materials at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna , leading the Institute of Colloid and Biointerface Science . His research spans colloidal assembly, biointerfaces, nanoparticle interactions, and biofilms, with applications in biomedical engineering and sustainable materials. He has held leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Bionanosciences since 2022 and Deputy Chairman of the Senate (2016–2019). Education: PhD in Physics (Chalmers University of Technology, 1999–2004), Master of Science in Physics (Cornell University, 1998–1999). His work focuses on biomedical nanoparticles , bacterial interactions , and thermoresponsive polymer systems , with over 185 publications and 27 projects funded by organizations like the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and European Commission. Recent research includes biofilm-responsive drug delivery, holographic sensing, and nanocomposite food packaging. His 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in biofilm modeling, magnetically triggered release systems, and plasmonic biosensors. Scientific accolades include an ERC Consolidator Grant (2012) and multiple best-paper awards. He has supervised numerous theses and lectures globally, emphasizing bionanosciences and grant acquisition strategies.

• Physical Therapy
• Rehabilitation Science
• Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
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Cathy Larson is an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy and Associate Director of the Ph.D. in Physical Therapy program at the Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Sciences, University of Michigan-Flint. She has been a tenured faculty member since 2012 and continues to serve in key academic and research leadership roles. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Kinesiology (Movement Sciences), University of Michigan-Ann Arbor (2002) MSPT in Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1980) B.Sc. in Physiology, Michigan State University (1978) Dr. Larson's research focuses on evidence-based physical therapy interventions, particularly in spinal cord injury rehabilitation, lymphedema management in breast cancer survivors, gait and mobility training in older adults, and the implementation of outcome measures in clinical practice. Her work emphasizes activity-based therapy, motor learning, and long-term functional outcomes. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals such as Rehabilitation Oncology , Journal of Aging and Physical Activity , and Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine . Her recent scholarly contributions demonstrate a strong trend toward interdisciplinary rehabilitation research, combining clinical practice with empirical validation. Themes include the use of rhythmic auditory stimulation in gait training, assessment of postural strength in SCI, and educational gaps in lymphology. Her publications span from 2006 to 2023, showing sustained academic productivity. Her scientific recognition includes: Service Award from the Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group (2023) Dr. Larson has secured multiple research grants as Principal Investigator, including funding from the Michigan Physical Therapy Association and JRD Enterprises LLC for studies on outcome measures in lymphedema therapy and the Ease Cushion clinical trial. She mentors doctoral students, as evidenced by her involvement in dissertation supervision (PTP 995). She has also held adjunct or clinical faculty roles at Oakland University, Wayne State University, and Andrews University, reflecting her broader impact on physical therapy education. She is actively involved in research teams and collaborative networks, including the SCI Special Interest Group and the SCIP-MCRN (Spinal Cord Injury Partnership - Multicenter Clinical Research Network), where she contributes to advancing clinical practice through evidence generation and knowledge translation.

• Transdermal Drug Delivery
• Topical Drug Delivery
• Dermatopharmacokinetics
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Richard Guy is a Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath, with extensive affiliations across interdisciplinary research centres, including the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies (CSCT), Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Centre for Therapeutic Innovation, Centre for Mathematical Biology, and Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio). He maintains an active research profile with a substantial publication record and leadership in major research projects. His research focuses on transdermal and topical drug delivery , with particular expertise in dermatopharmacokinetics, iontophoresis, reverse iontophoresis, and the bioequivalence of topical formulations . He investigates how drugs penetrate and are cleared from the skin, utilizing advanced techniques such as Raman spectroscopy, mass spectrometry imaging, and reverse iontophoresis for non-invasive monitoring. His work also explores the use of nanoparticles, film-forming systems, and laser ablation to enhance drug delivery. Analysis of his recent publications (2023–2025) reveals a strong trend in non-invasive and imaging-based methodologies for visualizing and quantifying drug distribution in skin. His work integrates analytical chemistry (Raman, mass spectrometry) with pharmaceutical formulation science to solve problems in dermatology and transdermal delivery . There is a consistent theme of method development for assessing bioavailability and bioequivalence, often applied to corticosteroids and other dermatological agents. Prize (1) Professor Guy has supervised 18 research students and leads 22 research projects, indicating a significant role in academic mentoring and grant-funded research. His work often involves collaboration with industrial and clinical partners, particularly in the development of diagnostic devices and regulatory science initiatives. He has contributed to policy discussions on regulatory science in Europe. He is a key member of several research centres at Bath, fostering a collaborative environment that bridges chemistry, engineering, biology, and medicine for the development of innovative drug delivery technologies and diagnostic tools.

• Audiology
• Auditory Electrophysiology
• Audiologic Rehabilitation
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Samuel Atcherson, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in both the College of Health Professions Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology and the College of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery. His research spans audiologic rehabilitation, auditory electrophysiology, and health literacy, with a focus on addressing challenges faced by individuals with hearing loss, particularly in healthcare communication during mask use and accessibility for people with disabilities. Research Interests: Atcherson's work integrates audiologic rehabilitation through innovations like transparent face masks and amplified stethoscopes, auditory electrophysiology using evoked potential systems, and health literacy research examining readability of medical materials, especially for those with disabilities. Publications: With over 60 peer-reviewed articles, his recent publications explore AI integration in audiology, masked speech challenges, and health disparities. A recurring theme is the intersection of technology, accessibility, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Grants & Awards: He has secured over $477,000 in grants, including NIH funding, and holds the Distinguished Scholar Fellow title from the National Academies of Practice. Leadership: Atcherson serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology and has contributed to textbooks like Auditory Electrophysiology: A Clinical Guide .

• Control Systems
• Robotics
• Multi-agent Systems
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Dimos Dimarogonas is a Professor and Head of Department at the Department of Automatic Control, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research and teaching focus on advanced control systems, robotics, and multi-agent systems with applications across various engineering domains. His primary research interests include Control Systems, Robotics, Multi-agent Systems, Formal Methods, Signal Temporal Logic, and Distributed Control. Professor Dimarogonas has made significant contributions to the field of formal methods for control systems, particularly in applying signal temporal logic to robotic motion planning and control. His work bridges theoretical control theory with practical applications in robotics and autonomous systems, with a strong emphasis on safety-critical control and formal verification of system behavior. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward integrating formal methods with distributed control of multi-agent systems. The research focuses on signal temporal logic specifications, control barrier functions, and distributed optimization approaches for complex multi-robot coordination tasks. His work addresses fundamental challenges in ensuring safety, stability, and performance guarantees for networked robotic systems operating under complex spatiotemporal constraints. Professor Dimarogonas serves as examiner for numerous advanced degree projects at KTH, including the Sustainable Engineer in Systems Engineering course and multiple degree projects in computer science, computer engineering, and electrical engineering with focus areas in systems engineering, robotics, and embedded systems. His teaching and supervision cover both theoretical foundations and practical implementation of advanced control systems.

Mark Christian Leakeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Single-molecule Biophysics
• Biophotonics
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Mark Christian Leake is the Anniversary Chair of Biological Physics at the University of York, holding a joint appointment between the Physics and Biology Departments within the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology. He serves as Coordinator of the Physics of Life Group, which hosts approximately 50 cross-disciplinary researchers, and previously served as Director and Founder of the Biological Physical Sciences Institute from 2013-2019. Leake is also an active Visiting Professor at Oxford University's Department of Physics since 2013. Leake's research focuses on developing innovative biophysical instrumentation and applying these tools to address fundamental biological questions at the single-molecule level. His work spans several key areas: DNA gyrase mechanisms as an antibiotic target; DNA replication and repair processes; signal transduction and gene regulation in yeast; DNA topology and protein interactions; and liquid-liquid phase separation in cells. His laboratory has constructed a wide range of custom light microscopy instruments including TIRF microscopy, smFRET, optical and magnetic tweezers, and rapid millisecond single-molecule imaging systems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on liquid-liquid phase separation phenomena across biological systems, DNA mechanics and replication processes, and the development of novel biophysical techniques to study these phenomena in vivo. His work increasingly bridges physics, biology, and medicine, with applications in antibiotic development, cancer research, and photosynthesis optimization. Rosalind Franklin Medal, Institute of Physics (2020) Young Investigator Award, British Biophysical Society (2010) Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2007) Daiwa Adrian Anglo-Japanese Prize (2007) Elected Fellow of the Institute of Physics, Royal Microscopical Society, and Royal Society of Biology Leake has secured significant research funding including EPSRC and BBSRC grants for projects such as 'The Biophysics of Mesoscale, Reversible, Biomolecular Assemblies' and 'How bacteria replicate their DNA in spite of barriers, one molecule at a time.' He actively mentors students and early-career researchers, having published a guide titled 'Surviving Early Career Research and Beyond in Biophysics/Biological Physics.' Leake leads the Physics of Life Group, which functions as a Discovery Research Theme fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between physical and life scientists at York.

Aaron Amesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bipedal Robotics
• Hybrid Systems
• Nonlinear Control
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Aaron Ames is the Bren Professor of Mechanical and Civil Engineering and Control and Dynamical Systems at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). He serves as the Undergraduate and Graduate Option Representative for Control and Dynamical Systems and the Undergraduate Option Representative for Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on robotics, nonlinear control, hybrid systems, and cyber-physical systems, with emphasis on bipedal robotic walking and assistive devices. Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics, University of St. Thomas (2001) M.A. in Mathematics, University of California, Berkeley (2006) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, University of California, Berkeley (2006) Research Interests: Ames’ work bridges theoretical foundations and experimental validation in bipedal robotics, including hybrid systems stability, Zeno behavior, and prosthetic device design. His AMBER Lab develops humanoid robots and exoskeletons to mimic human locomotion. Key themes include safety-critical control, control barrier functions, and real-time optimization. Awards and Honors: NSF CAREER Award (2010) Donald P. Eckman Award (2015) IEEE Fellow (2021) Leon O. Chua Award (2005) Grants and Labs: Ames leads the AMBER Lab, funded by agencies such as the National Science Foundation, NASA, and industry partners like Disney Imagineering. His research addresses challenges in robotic locomotion, safety, and human-robot interaction. Current projects include humanoid push recovery, exoskeleton gait training, and autonomous inspection robots.